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Tammie Stanley

Tammie Stanley

Jul 8, 2026

Tammie Stanley, 59, of Davenport, Iowa, passed away peacefully at her home on July 8, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roger and Patricia Fuller. Tammie is survived by her siblings, Tamara (Tony) of Davenport and Tim (Tiffany) of Eldridge, as well as her cherished nieces and nephews.

On September 2, 2005, Tammie married John Stanley, and together they...

Patrick Corgan

Patrick Corgan

Jul 8, 2026

Patrick Corgan, 67, of Port Byron, IL, passed away on July 8, 2026, at UnityPoint Hospital, Rock Island, IL. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on his memory page at www.mvcremation.com.

Robert Brooks

Robert Brooks

Jul 7, 2026

Robert Brooks, 69, of Galva, IL, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at his home in Galva, IL.

Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on his memory page at www.mvcremation.com.

Michael Long

Michael Long

Jul 7, 2026

Michael Long, 73, of Moline, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at his residence surrounded by family.

Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on his memory wall at www.mvcremation. com.

Robert Owen

Robert Owen

Jul 6, 2026

Robert Lewis Owen, 60, of Davenport, formerly of Iowa City, IA, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, July 6, 2026, with his beloved wife, Lisa, at his side.

Robert was born to parents Ann and Charlie on May 3rd, 1966, at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City. He graduated from Iowa City High School as part of the class of 1984.

An...

Marie Shelton

Marie Shelton

Jul 5, 2026

Marie Elaine Shelton, 83, of Davenport, IA, passed away Sunday, July 5, 2026, at Good Samaritan Society, Davenport, IA

Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.

A complete obituary will be available soon.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on her memory page at www.mvcremation.com.

Martha Carolyn Flippo

Martha Carolyn Flippo

Jul 3, 2026

Martha Carolyn Flippo, 83, of Davenport, IA, passed away Friday, July 3, 2026, at Ridgecrest Village, Davenport, IA. She was born on November 12, 1942, in Winfield, AL.

Martha will be remembered for her love of gardening, Alabama football, and her endless love for her family. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, William (WE) Flippo, and was survived by her...

Christoph E Gomes

Christoph E Gomes

Jul 2, 2026

Christoph Gomes, 73, of Lafayette, IL, passed away on July 2, 2026, at his home. Cremation is being directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL. There are no services scheduled at this time.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on his memory page at www.mvcremation.com.

Katie Diane Serrano (Toulouse)

Katie Diane Serrano (Toulouse)

Jul 2, 2026

Katie Diane Serrano (Toulouse), 47, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2026, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA.

Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.

A complete obituary will be available soon.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on her memory page at www.mvcremation.com.

Mary Ellen Elfgen

Mary Ellen Elfgen

Jul 2, 2026

Mary Ellen Elfgen, 54, of Davenport, IA, passed away on Thursday July 2, 2026, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

Born on October 7th, 1971 in Iowa City, she was the cherished daughter of the late Mary Ann Tutor Elfgen and Andrew Dallas Elfgen. Mary spent her life bringing warmth, kindness, and love to everyone she met.

She was a...

Rodka Boone

Rodka Boone

Jun 30, 2026

Rodka Boone, 68, of Iowa City, IA, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA.

Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on her memory page at www.mvcremation.com.

Derrick Alan Ramsey

Derrick Alan Ramsey

Jun 30, 2026

Derrick Alan Ramsey, 49, of Rock Island, IL, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at UnityPoint Health - Trinity Rock Island.

Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.

Derrick had a long battle with mental health issues and Diabetes with associated health issues, including diabetic comas. His pain and suffering has ended. When you think...

Lee Carter

Lee Carter

Jun 30, 2026



Lee James Carter

June 4, 1963 – June 30, 2026

Lee James Carter was born in Davenport, Iowa, on June 4, 1963, to Diane K. Bedenbender and Harry C. Carter. On June 30, 2026, after a courageous journey marked by quiet strength, unwavering faith, and an enduring positive spirit, Lee was welcomed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus...

Gerry McDowell

Gerry McDowell

Jun 29, 2026

Gerry Lee McDowell, 82, of Fulton, IL, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, at his home in Fulton, IL.

Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on his tribute page at www.mvcremation.com.

William Leroy Harmon

William Leroy Harmon

Jun 29, 2026





William Leroy “Bill” Harmon, 65, of Alpha, Illinois, passed away on June 29, 2026.



Born on July 26, 1960, in Muscatine, Iowa, Bill was raised in and around Aledo, Illinois, before making his home in Alpha, where he spent the remainder of his life.



Bill was known for his quick wit, infectious sense of humor, and easy smile. He had a way...

Jill Lamb

Jill Lamb

Jun 29, 2026

Jill Ann Lamb, 68, of Moline, IL, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, at UnityPoint Health - Trinity Rock Island.

Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, IL.

A complete obituary will be available soon.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on her memory page at www.mvcremation.com.

Gerald L. Wheeler

Gerald L. Wheeler

Jun 27, 2026

Gerald L. Wheeler, 90, of Davenport, IA, passed away on June 27, 2026, at Clarissa Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf, IA. 

"Jerry" is survived by his wife of 65 years,  MaryLou,  daughter Sue of Peoria IL,  fur baby Nellee, and grand-dogs, Lily, Sassy, and Oliver.   Brother, John (Deb) Wheeler and their family.  Jerry retired from Sexton Ford in the parts department...

John "Jack" Newton

John "Jack" Newton

Jun 27, 2026

John “Jack” Lee Newton, 86, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026, surrounded by family.

Born on April 20, 1940, in Moline, Illinois, Jack graduated from Rockridge High School in 1958. He married Andrea McGinnis on August 4, 1962. They raised two daughters, Joanie and Natalie, who spent many summers being toted around to sprint car races with Andy and Jack,...

Peggy Sue Boone

Peggy Sue Boone

Jun 25, 2026

Peggy Sue Boone, 60, of Geneseo, Illinois, entered into the loving arms of Jesus Christ, her Savior, on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at UnityPoint Health–Trinity Rock Island Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family.

There are some people whose presence is impossible to describe with a handful of words because they refuse to live ordinary lives. Peggy Sue Boone was...

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